Holcus setiger - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Nees
Source:
wcs
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 7: 278 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000874563
Common Names
- Holcus setiger
- Setigerous Velvet-grass
- Setigerous Soft-grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Holcus setiger (also called Velvet Grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas. It has thin, narrow leaves that are green to bluish-green in color and have a velvety texture. The stems are upright and can reach heights of up to 1.5 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Holcus setiger is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a forage crop for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Holcus setiger has small, yellow flowers that bloom in summer. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped grain. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Holcus setiger is a short-lived perennial grass that grows in clumps. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. The clumps can be divided in early spring and the sections planted in the desired location.
Where to Find Holcus setiger
Holcus setiger can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Holcus setiger FAQ
What is the scientific name of Holcus setiger?
Holcus setiger
What is the common name of Holcus setiger?
Setiger velvet grass
What is the natural habitat of Holcus setiger?
It is found in moist grasslands, meadows, and pastures
Species in the Holcus genus
Species in the Poaceae family
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References
Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:405080-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].